Lecture10

Question 1

What is a tension in sustainability?

Answer 1

Tension is a competing demand between or within the different dimensions of sustainability, such as economic, social, or environmental aspects. Tensions can arise over time (e.g., resources today vs. future) and space (e.g., local vs. global impact).

Question 2

What does the win-win perspective suggest?

Answer 2

The win-win perspective suggests financial profitability can align with social and/or environmental sustainability. It demonstrates the business case for sustainability by showing financial returns.

Question 3

What is the trade-off perspective?

Answer 3

The trade-off perspective involves choosing between two competing demands, prioritizing one sustainability aspect over another. Extensive systematic impact assessment is crucial for the best decision.
-> accept trade-off

Question 4

What is the paradoxical perspective?

Answer 4

The paradoxical perspective avoids forced choices and encourages innovation to reconcile sustainability aspects over time. It embraces competing demands for benefits like innovation, creativity, and employee commitment.
-> accept tension -> work along tensions rather than to resolve it

Question 5

How do tensions benefit sustainability decision-making?

Answer 5

Recognizing tensions fosters better decisions by balancing competing demands. A paradox perspective can lead to innovation, creativity, and sustainable futures.